Financial Controller

  • Platinum Recruitment Consultancy
  • Waterlooville, Hampshire
  • Sep 16, 2025
Full time Hospitality & Tourism

Job Description

Financial Controller - Waterlooville Up to 65,000 + Wine Allowance

Are you an experienced Financial Controller looking for your next challenge?
Do you have a background in hospitality and a passion for driving financial performance in a dynamic environment?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving business in Waterlooville, where you'll enjoy a unique package including a wine allowance and restaurant discounts.

Why apply for this Financial Controller role?
Alongside a competitive salary, you'll benefit from:

  • Standard holiday + bank holidays
  • Standard pension scheme (currently NEST, changing in 2026)
  • Wine allowance
  • Discounts in the restaurant and cellar door shop

What you'll be doing:
As Financial Controller, you'll be the driving force behind the financial health of the group. Your role will include:

  • Overseeing all transactional functions - accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, billing and VAT/HMRC duties
  • Owning and reconciling the group's balance sheets with full supporting schedules
  • Producing monthly consolidated balance sheet packs and management reports for board review
  • Managing cash flow, debt facilities and rolling forecasts
  • Leading annual budgets, re-forecasts and ad-hoc financial analysis
  • Preparing accurate statutory financial statements and reports
  • Driving system improvements, including the transition from Sage to Microsoft Dynamics (Bevica)
  • Leading the group's annual audit process

What we're looking for:
We're seeking a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, ACMA) - though QBE will also be considered - with:

  • At least 5 years' finance experience, including 2+ years in a management role
  • Strong technical accounting skills and knowledge of IFRS/UK GAAP
  • Excellent attention to detail, analytical ability and financial modelling skills
  • A confident communicator, able to influence and collaborate across all levels
  • Advanced IT skills, particularly Excel, and experience with financial systems
  • A background in hospitality as a financial advisor or controller is essential - you'll need to understand the unique financial dynamics of the sector to succeed in this role
  • Experience in drinks or agri-business would be highly advantageous

If you're a driven Financial Controller in Waterlooville ready to take ownership of a varied and rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now - this could be your perfect next move.

Job Number: (phone number removed) / INDSOTONMANAGER
Consultant: Ollie Moore

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.